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DR. RICHARD J BOURGEOIS M.D.
NPI 1679571327
Ophthalmology in Lafayette, LA

Active since July 07, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
0/100
CMS Quality Rating
1000 W PINHOOK RD, SUITE 300, LAFAYETTE, LA 70503(337) 264-1390 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Richard J Bourgeois M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. RICHARD J BOURGEOIS M.D. (NPI 1679571327) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Lafayette, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (012612) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679571327
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD J BOURGEOISCredential: M.D.
Location Address1000 W PINHOOK RD, SUITE 300Lafayette, LA 70503-2460
Mailing Address1000 W Pinhook Rd, Suite 300Lafayette, LA 70503-2460
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1679571327 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in LA · 012612
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
1000 W PINHOOK RD, Lafayette, LA 70503

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Richard J Bourgeois M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6507846078
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041130001093
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
245 services210 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
193 services176 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
146 services127 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
137 services106 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
96 services87 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
37 services36 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70503 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

0/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Specialist
1000 W PINHOOK RD, SUITE 304
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Audiologist
1000 W PINHOOK RD, SUITE 201
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Audiologist-Hearing Aid Fitter
1000 W PINHOOK RD, 201 A
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1000 W PINHOOK RD, SUITE 204
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Orthopaedic Surgery
1000 W PINHOOK RD, SUITE 305
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Urology
1000 W PINHOOK RD, SUITE 304
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
1000 W PINHOOK RD, SUITE 310
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Otolaryngology
1000 W PINHOOK RD, STE 201
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Richard Bourgeois's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Bourgeois is 1679571327. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2005.

Where is Richard Bourgeois located?

Richard Bourgeois practices at 1000 W Pinhook Rd Suite 300, Lafayette, LA 70503. The listed phone number is (337) 264-1390.

What is Richard Bourgeois's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Richard Bourgeois enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Bourgeois is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Richard Bourgeois accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Richard Bourgeois as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Bourgeois was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 41 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.